Dua for Urgent Help (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)
Crying out to the Ever-Living in distress
Arabic
يَا حَيُّ يَا قَيُّومُ بِرَحْمَتِكَ أَسْتَغِيثُ
Transliteration
Ya Hayyu, Ya Qayyum, bi rahmatika astagheeth.
Meaning
O Ever-Living, O Sustainer — by Your mercy I seek relief.
Reference
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
When to recite
Distress, urgency, morning & evening • Often
Virtue
The Prophet’s counsel to Fatimah for morning, evening and distress.
Sources & review
Sunan al-Tirmidhi
Prophetic dua • Narrated by Anas ibn Malik • Grade: Hasan • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Dua for Urgent Help (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)?
Distress, urgency, morning & evening. Recite it often.
What is the virtue of Dua for Urgent Help (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum)?
The Prophet’s counsel to Fatimah for morning, evening and distress.
Where is Dua for Urgent Help (Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum) from?
Source: Sunan al-Tirmidhi (narrated by Anas ibn Malik). Grade: Hasan. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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